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The world of family medicine education is in continual motion. Stay abreast of new research, cutting edge technologies, and exceptional best practices by attending this conference. The Conference on Medical Student Education is geared specifically to medical educators who shape and inspire the next generation to be competent, dedicated, and passionate physicians for the future.

This conference also offers a unique blend of educators and students. There are teacher/student presentation teams that often provide an invaluable perspective of family medicine.

Registration Information

The 2012 Society of Student-run Free Clinics Conference (SSRFC) is held in conjunction with the Conference on Medical Student Education. Register for SSRFC online or visit the SSRFC Web site for more information.

Hotel Information

The Westin Hotel is now sold out.

Please contact A Room With A View for information on the designated STFM overflow hotel. They will secure the lowest available rates within walking distance of The Westin Hotel.

A Room With A View can be reached at 1-800-780-4343
International Attendees can reach them at
817-453-8038 or ARWAV@charter.net
This is a FREE SERVICE for all STFM attendees.

In the event that rooms become available at The Westin Hotel due to cancellations, A Room With A View will notify attendees and help transfer reservations back to The Westin Hotel the order in which reservations were booked

Conference Hotel: Westin Long Beach
333 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90802

Host City Highlights

With nearly 345 days of sunshine every year, the only cold Long Beach normally experiences is a cool ocean breeze that caresses our shoreline! High temperatures in the summer range from 70 to 80 degrees with winter highs at a comfortable range between 67 to 73 degrees making Long Beach the ultimate year-round destination.

Long Beach's scenic downtown and waterfront marina set the standard for "walk-ability." Within conveniently close proximity you will find first-class accommodations, shopping, numerous entertainment options and more than 100 restaurants within an eight-block area.

Explore each dynamic region creating the heart of the city--Pine Avenue, The Pike at Rainbow Harbor and Shoreline Village; each offers an array of activity and add their own distinct, local flavor. Take a harbor cruise alongside breathtaking ocean bays, bike or simply walk on dedicated paths next to 5.5 miles of sandy beaches. Year-round Long Beach offers sunny skies and moderate climate.

Visit world class attractions, the Queen Mary, the largest, fastest, most luxurious ocean liner of her time, entertains passengers in fine restaurants and on historical tours and the Aquarium of the Pacific featuring more than 12,500 inhabitants of the Pacific Ocean, undersea galleries and live shows. Long Beach is also home to several eclectic museums including the Long Beach Museum of Art and the Museum of Latin American Art.

The city's East Village Arts District includes one-of-a kind art galleries and shops. In addition, just three miles from downtown is Belmont Shore and 2nd Street, the quintessential beachfront community. Easy to reach by the Long Beach Transit's Passport Shuttles, here you will discover trendy shops and terrific restaurants. You can even experience the romance of Italy and weave your way around our very own canals in an authentic gondola.

Visit Long Beach Convention and Visitor's Bureau Web site for more information.

Session Specifics

The Conference on Medical Student Education has more than 100 peer-developed and peer-reviewed sessions. Interactive and thought-provoking, these oral and poster presentations focus on best practices, new teaching technologies, emerging research, and public policy issues within medical student education. Search educational sessions

Continuing Medical Education Credits

This Live activity, 38th Annual STFM Conference on Medical Student Education, with a beginning date of February 2, 2012, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 28 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.

Community Service Project

The 2012 Conference on Medical Student Education wants to involve attendees in giving back to the community.

This year, the AIDS Project Los Angeles, was chosen to give you an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people living with AIDS. AIDS Project Los Angeles programs and services are designed to promote self-sufficiency for people living with HIV/AIDS, to support positive medical outcomes, and to keep people living with HIV/AIDS in care and treatment programs. To see what the Project is doing, go to: http://www.apla.org/

Items desperately needed are toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, shampoo, conditioner and deodorant. We will have a collection table set up in the registration area. Or, bring a check with you to the conference, made out to the AIDS Project Los Angeles.